Description

This Lemon Zucchini Bread recipe is moist, citrusy, and perfect for using up fresh zucchini. With a lemon glaze on top and easy prep steps, it’s ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a light snack. A family favorite among summer baking ideas, quick breads, and healthy-ish treats.

Ingredients

1 cup finely grated zucchini

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

¾ cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

½ cup vegetable oil

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.

2. Grate the zucchini using a box grater. Pat lightly with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4. In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth.

5. Stir in the grated zucchini into the wet ingredients.

6. Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and fold until just combined. Do not overmix.

7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Prepare glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice to desired consistency.

10. Drizzle glaze over the cooled bread and slice to serve.

Notes

Do not skip drying the grated zucchini — too much moisture can make the bread soggy.

Let the bread cool fully before glazing to prevent it from melting and becoming runny.

For an extra burst of citrus, add a bit more lemon zest into the glaze.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Quick Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 230
Sugar: 21g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg